Handshake

A decentralized naming and certificate authority offering an experimental peer-to-peer root naming system.

Handshake is a groundbreaking decentralized naming protocol that empowers every participant to validate and manage the root DNS naming zone. This permissionless system aims to provide a robust alternative to traditional Certificate Authorities and centralized naming systems, which have become susceptible to hacking, censorship, and corruption. By leveraging a peer-to-peer network, Handshake explores innovative methods to enhance internet security, resilience, and social utility. As an experiment in decentralization, Handshake seeks to restore the original vision of the internet by minimizing reliance on centralized entities and enabling users to have true ownership and control over their online identities. With economic incentives to prevent sybil attacks, Handshake facilitates a transparent name auction process, ensuring that no single party can monopolize the naming system. Join us in building a more decentralized and secure internet with Handshake.